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App reviews for ages 5 & 6, education

67 results
  • Review
    Montessori 1st Operations

    Math concept work with clear instruction and fun rewards.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    iStoryBooks

    Colorful, no-frills read-to-me originals and adaptations.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kids Paint Free

    Bright, random colors engage, but options are limited.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kidomatic Camera

    Kids embellish photos in fun, silly app; upgrades will cost.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Proloquo2Go

    Skillful speech app helps kids communicate, grows with them.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Scene Speak

    Useful creation tool can help with vocabulary, expression.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Social Adventures

    Powerful, engaging tool can help boost kids' social skills.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Kindergarten Reading -- by Duck Duck Moose

    Good reading skills practice, but too busy for some kids.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    Montessori Geometry

    Amazing starter geometry app is fun and comprehensive.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2013)
  • Review
    4KidCal

    Calendar has stickers and voice recording but is limited.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    My DPS

    Fantastic app teaches emotions, coping strategies for kids.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Go Go Games

    Fun, simple games teach key perceptual skill.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    FACTS FOR KIDS - a new fact every day

    Fun facts can inspire further learning and discovery.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Phonics Genius

    Phonics app is easy to use but not for beginners.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    TapToTalk

    Valuable tool helps nonverbal kids communicate.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire, Nook HD
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Juicy Math

    Sweet app helps kids connect counting to simple arithmetic.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Calm Counter - Social Story and Anger Management Tool

    This excellent app helps kids identify and manage their emotions.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Articulation Station

    Helps kids improve pronunciation; in-app purchases needed.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Marble Math Junior

    Younger kids' version of great math app holds its own.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    5
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Alien Assignment

    Cute storyline for problem solving; great family fun.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    4
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Motion Math: Wings

    Good approach to multiplication concepts, but a bit glitchy.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Tapikeo HD

    Creative tool great for making personalized stories, games.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: iPad
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Buildo Museum Sticker Book

    Spooky sticker book encourages storytelling and imagination.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Simplex Spelling Phonics 1 -- English

    Well-planned lessons will challenge, encourage learners.
    AGE
    6
     
    Learning
    Select
    Platforms: iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch
    (App, 2012)
  • Review
    Sight Words Hangman

    Good practice for kids unafraid of spooky main character.
    AGE
    5
     
    Learning
    3
    Platforms: Android, iPad, iPhone, iPod Touch, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2012)